Delicious Discoveries, Ancient Paths
This 3-day journey through Xi'an offers a blend of culinary delights, historical exploration, and vibrant local culture. Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors and explore the Ancient City Wall for panoramic views. Immerse yourself in the flavors of the Muslim Quarter, a hub of local snacks. Indulge in the renowned HaiDiLao Hot Pot with its exceptional service, and enjoy a hands-on dumpling-making experience with a local family, savoring authentic Xi'an meals that showcase the city's warm hospitality.
Feel free to fully customize this itinerary to match your unique needs and interests. Our team is on hand to provide you with personalized assistance.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Learn Dumpling Making
Make dumplings with a local family! Your host will guide you through dough, filling, wrappers, and assembly.
Enjoy HaiDiLao
Experience HaiDiLao Hot Pot and savor its top-notch service, quality ingredients, and customer-first philosophy.
Experience the Terracotta Army
Gain insight into the staggering scale of the Terracotta Army, learn about the first restored Warriors, and handle Qin relics in the Conservation Laboratory.
Cycle Atop the Ancient City Wall
Pedal through centuries of history along the ramparts, with the contemporary cityscape stretching out beneath you.
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Outstanding Tour of Xi’an with Crystal, The Best Guide!
We loved our tour of Xi’an with Crystal. She is a top-notch guide and we are so happy and grateful she was our guide. She speaks excellent English and she taught us to say phrases in Mandarin. She is so knowledgeable about the city of Xi’an and all its historic and cultural places. Crystal taught us all about the city of Xi’an, its history, and the important dynasties here. We loved seeing the Terracotta Army, it was incredible. We will always remember riding bikes on the city walls. Crystal brought us to the most delicious restaurants and we ate very delicious food! We are vegetarians and Crystal ordered for us and made sure all the dishes aligned with our dietary needs. The Dumpling Banquet was so tasty! She also bought us local fruit to taste as well as sweets and treats wherever we went. Crystal took great care of us and really taught us a lot about China. We loved our time with her. Crystal is a remarkable guide because she is friendly, warm, flexible and helpful. The best thing about her is she has a sense of humor and loves to make sure her guests are having fun. Thank you, Crystal! more
Mar 2025, TeamDufortio Connecticut
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2 great days in Xi’an
We spent two days in Xi’an with China Highlights. Our guide Lin was wonderful. She was extremely knowledgeable about her city and its history and very helpful and kind. Her dining suggestions were excellent and enabled us to try many delicious foods. We also enjoyed her company! more
Mar 2025, Sara M
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Xi’an with Jennie
Jennie was a terrific guide. Her knowledge of China is extensive and delivered with excellent English. We really liked how friendly she was and how she took such good care of us. We enjoyed the restaurants and especially liked the evening performance she recommended. We’ve traveled to 45 different countries and she is definitely one of the best guides we’ve experienced more
Mar 2025, susangendron60
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Suggested Itinerary
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests and schedule.
Welcome to Xi'an! Your tour guide, full of local knowledge, will be there to greet you at the airport or train station, ready to begin your tour.
Enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel in a private car. During the ride, your guide will offer an insightful overview of Xi'an's fascinating past and present.
Enjoy a private ride with your guide to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum.
Enter the Terracotta Warriors Museum via a tram, and witness three captivating pits that display the concealed power of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's extensive military force. Your guide will provide insights into their fabrication and safeguarding, emphasizing the precise workmanship, lasting strength, and the former colorful brilliance of these historical sentinels.
Get an up-close view of the first restored Terracotta Warriors, learn their restoration story, handle authentic Qin Dynasty relics, and participate in a hands-on restoration experience in the Conservation Laboratory.
Savor a HaiDiLao Hot Pot lunch, a globally celebrated dining experience with exceptional service, quality ingredients, and views overlooking Huaqing Palace Square.
Cycle along the Ancient City Wall and soak in the breathtaking panoramic views of Xi'an. This impressive fortification, boasting towering walls, ramparts, gates, and watchtowers, stands as one of China's best-preserved ancient defensive systems.
Discover the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a 43-meter-tall architectural marvel built during the Tang Dynasty, and explore its intricate design within the Jianfu Temple complex.
Explore the breadth of Xi'an's history at the Xi'an Museum, where a rich assortment of artifacts from multiple dynasties is displayed, including pottery, calligraphy and paintings.
Join a local family for a Dumpling-making Adventure. Your host will lead you through the process: mixing the dough, shaping the wrappers, and assembling the dumplings. Then, enjoy the delicious dumplings you've made for lunch.
Wander through the vibrant Muslim Quarter, where the tantalizing aromas of street food mingle with the bustling sounds of local markets. Leisurely explore, savor delectable local snacks, and immerse yourself in the community's rich culture.
Following the tour, a comfortable and convenient transfer will be organized to take you to the airport or the train station.
Hotel Selection
—The Icing on the Cake
The Boutique hotel is recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Tour Price
Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned car with big windows and ample space
- English-speaking local guide(s)
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- A 24/7 helpline is available throughout your trip
Tour Code: xa-3